Accra, Ghana – The recurring June floods that inundate Ghana annually are a direct result of systemic institutional and governance failures, exacerbated by weak enforcement of planning regulations and a pervasive lack of accountability, according to Victoria Bright, an entrepreneur and private legal practitioner. Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, June 6, Bright asserted that the predictable nature of these crises means they should no longer be a surprise, as the underlying causes are well-documented and largely preventable.
Deep-Rooted Institutional Weaknesses
Bright characterized the persistent flooding as a clear institutional and governance failure, emphasizing the need to hold state actors accountable. She pointed to the consistent failure of authorities to prevent construction in waterways and flood-prone areas, despite the existence of planning laws and approval processes.
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